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Who is Dr. Dafford, Neurosurgeon in Boston, MA?
Dr. Kurtus Dafford, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Dafford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dafford’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dafford’s office at (617) 732-6600.
What languages does Dr. Dafford speak?
Dr. Dafford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Dafford treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Dafford diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Dafford. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Tailbone Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Coccyx Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal Pain
- Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Sciatica
- Pinched Nerve in Lumbosacral Spine
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4727: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Nervous System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-neurological surgery care
- Brain surgery aftercare
- Spine surgery aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48811: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the nervous system
Does Dr. Dafford accept my insurance?
Dr. Dafford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 732-6600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dafford accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Dafford in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Express Scripts
Medicare
Molina
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Dafford's office located?
What is Dr. Dafford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dafford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093984742.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dafford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dafford
What is Dr. Kurtus Dafford's specialty?
Dr. Dafford is a Neurosurgeon near Boston, MA. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Dafford to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kurtus Dafford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dafford is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Kurtus Dafford accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Kurtus Dafford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kurtus Dafford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dafford's office at (617) 732-6600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kurtus Dafford?
Please contact Dr. Dafford's office at (617) 732-6600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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